Centenary College Counseling Center
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| The Counseling staff is available for a live, one-on-one chat Monday - Friday, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. This service is available to Centenary College students, faculty, and staff. |
Contact us:
Lorna S. Farmer, LCSW, Director
Seay Building, room 304
Phone: 908-852-1400 ext. 2125
Email: farmerl@centenarycollege.edu
Betsy Moody, MSW, LCSW
Seay Building, room 304
Phone: 908-852-1400 ext. 2125
Email: moodyb@centenarycollege.edu
Edward Ratush, M.D.
Consulting Psychiatrist
Phone: 908-852-1400 ext. 2125
College life is full of opportunities but it can also be a stressful time. Even the most self-reliant student might have difficulties negotiating academic, interpersonal and emotional concerns and would benefit from speaking with a professional.
The Counseling Center works directly with students in overcoming difficulties that may interfere with defining and accomplishing educational and personal goals. Our staff is available for consultation to students, faculty, and staff who are concerned about the well-being of students.
Our appointments are free of charge and completely confidential.
Self-Assessment Tools
Self Evaluation Online Screening
This free screening is available to the Centenary College community for people who have concerns regarding depression, eating disorders or their use of alcohol.
The questionnaire is taken anonymously and can be completed in just a few minutes.
Upon completion you will find out whether a professional consultation would be helpful to you. If you wish to discuss your results, print out you're your survey and make an appointment at the Counseling Center.
Internet Addiction
Internet addiction is defined as any online-related, compulsive behavior ( sex, gambling, gaming, etc.) that interferes with normal living and causes severe stress on family, friends, loved ones, and one's work/school environment. It is a compulsive behavior that completely dominates the one's life. The Internet becomes more important than family, friends, and work. It becomes the organizing principle of one's life.
Take a confidential online test to assess your Internet behaviors.
Counseling Services
Counseling for Individuals
Individual counseling sessions may be scheduled at the Counseling Center while school is in session. Appointments are available during office hours (9 to 5) and can usually be made to accommodate the students schedule. Sessions typically last for 50 minutes. Services are free and confidential.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling is available for students and their spouses or partners who are looking to work on relationship issues.
Crisis Assistance
The professional staff of the Counseling Center in conjunction with the staff of the Dean of Students Office is available to respond to mental health emergencies 24 hours a day.
For emergencies during office hours please call extension 2125.
After hours please call 908-852-1400 extension 0 and ask for the on-call person.
Consultation
Consultation is offered to faculty and staff who seek guidance and support regarding concerns they may have for a student or group of students.
Educational Outreach Programs
Psycho educational programs are scheduled regularly throughout the academic year on a variety of topics including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, alcohol and post traumatic stress. Please check our current events page for up to date listings. To request a program, please call the Counseling Center at ext. 2125.
Referrals
The staff of the Counseling Center maintains a network of referrals to outside mental health professionals and other helpful resources.
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